For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,828 students in 68507, NE.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68507, NE are Kahoa Elementary School, Mickle Middle School and Norwood Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 68507 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 68507, NE have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68507, NE Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kahoa Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7700 Leighton St
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1147
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1147
Grades: PK-5
| 436 students
Rank: #22.
Mickle Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2500 N 67th St
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1216
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1216
Grades: 6-8
| 702 students
Rank: #33.
Norwood Park Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4710 N 72nd St
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1155
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1155
Grades: PK-5
| 254 students
Rank: #44.
Pershing Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6402 Judson St
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1160
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 436-1160
Grades: PK-5
| 436 students
68507, Nebraska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Nebraska Youth Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2311 N 60th St
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 471-1646
Lincoln, NE 68507
(402) 471-1646
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 68507, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 68507, NE include Kahoa Elementary School, Mickle Middle School and Norwood Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 68507?
4 public elementary schools are located in 68507.
What is the racial composition of students in 68507?
68507 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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